What does a PCV breather box do?
What is a PCV breather system? A PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) breather system is designed to regulate hazardous fumes from your vehicle. As your engine runs, combustion gases escape from the combustion chamber, finding their way into the crankcase of your engine.
What is an oil trap box?
The flame trap system is designed to separate the oil droplets from the crankcase vapors so the oil can drain back into the oil pan. The system also controls the vapors into the intake manifold at the correct time and in the right amount.
How Oil Catch Can works?
Oil catch cans are simple devices that can greatly benefit direct-injected engines. They prevent oil and other contaminants from causing buildup inside your engine’s intake manifold. An oil catch can acts as a filter, plugging into this hose line to “catch” the contaminants before they can reach the intake.
What does an oil trap do on a Volvo?
The Volvo oil trap accomplishes the same thing as a PCV valve which is allow the engine to breath. You may not know this but the combustion engine needs air coming in and therefore air going out.
What to do if your Volvo is burning oil?
If you are suffering with a Volvo oil consumption problem, the matter should not be treated lightly. Make sure you return to a Volvo authorized dealer as soon as possible to discuss the problem with your service adviser. Chances are you may be asked to return every 1,000 miles for an oil consumption test.
Are there any recalls on the Volvo S80?
If the problem is not addressed immediately, it can lead to a loss of the cooling system and significant engine damage. S80 models for years 2007 to 2010 have been recalled due to continued failure of government-mandated safety standards regarding tires.
Why does my Volvo have an oil leak?
MVS Forum Member 97Volvo850GLT asks: I have a 97 850 GLT (Turbo) and have an oil leak which I think was from an oil pan replacement I did a few months back. I took the car in to the dealer today for a tranny flush/fluid change and they noticed the leak and said it was caused by a clogged PCV system.